- published: 31 Jan 2014
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Serotonin ( /ˌsɛrəˈtoʊnɨn/) or 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) is a monoamine neurotransmitter. Biochemically derived from tryptophan, serotonin is primarily found in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, platelets, and in the central nervous system (CNS) of animals including humans. It is popularly thought to be a contributor to feelings of well-being and happiness.
Approximately 90% of the human body's total serotonin is located in the enterochromaffin cells in the gut, where it is used to regulate intestinal movements. The remainder is synthesized in serotonergic neurons of the CNS, where it has various functions. These include the regulation of mood, appetite, and sleep. Serotonin also has some cognitive functions, including memory and learning. Modulation of serotonin at synapses is thought to be a major action of several classes of pharmacological antidepressants.
Serotonin secreted from the enterochromaffin cells eventually finds its way out of tissues into the blood. There, it is actively taken up by blood platelets, which store it. When the platelets bind to a clot, they disgorge serotonin, where it serves as a vasoconstrictor and helps to regulate hemostasis and blood clotting. Serotonin also is a growth factor for some types of cells, which may give it a role in wound healing.
Actors: Traci Hays (editor), Traci Hays (director), Larry Silveira (writer), Leah Kolchinsky (actress), Mackenzie Ellis (actress), Dane Forrest Obuchowski (composer), Larry Silveira (producer), Angela Dunford (actress), Stephen Betts (producer), Amy Brinkman (producer), Dan Lloyd (producer), Joe Oliverio (producer), Anthony Chan (actor), Tina Hays (miscellaneous crew), Daniel Craig (actor),
Plot: A short documentary uniquely presented and targeted to teens and youth informing them of the risks associated with using the drug Ecstasy (MDMA.) This documentary film is factual not scary, genuine, and contemporary. In this film real people tell their real stories. The film offers five messages; 3 messages about the risks associated with taking this drug and two strength based messages suggesting that they find balance.
Keywords: abuse, anxiety, balance, beach, bully, bullying, butterfly, confidant, cpr, criticism